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Guidelines to a Great Resume...
Nothing will impact your job search more than your
resume. It must be exceptional.
*Make a good
first impression. Look and
feel grabs attention. Most
resumes are sunk from the
start.
*Know what
not to put in your resume.
*Avoid
wasting valuable job
searching time on the
plethora of supposed free
resume help and advice
websites.
*Be certain
that your resume is
appropriate for the position
you are seeking.
*Based on the job, think about what the hiring manager
would want and need.
*Position your bullets correctly and word them
appropriately. (white space)
*Use standard fonts including an appropriate size.
*Be neat and error free. The smallest of errors can
change the hiring manager's perception of you.
*Do not make your resume too short or too long.
There is a correct length.
*Use action verbs, but do not overdo it.
*Use words that show an extensive vocabulary. Do
not misuse a word.
*Use your summary to really grab the attention of the
reader.
*State a specific objective and how it will benefit the
employer.
*Word your objective in such a way as to not be excluded from
positions.
*Do not include why you are no longer with a previous
employer.
*Avoid personal pronouns or referring to yourself by
using your own name.
*Use keywords and buzzwords. Avoid ambiguity.
*Make reading your resume a pleasant experience.
*Indicate accomplishments along with duties and
responsibilities.
*Package your education accurately and place in the
appropriate area.
*List only recent information in detail.
*Highlight key points.
*E-mail your resume in the proper document format.
*Take special care with your resume if you are trying to
change careers.
*When appropriate, consider a brief explanation of your
employer's business.
*Title yourself correctly with regard to previous
positions.
*Summarize information.
*Quantify experience and accomplishments.
*Accurately prioritize the content of your resume.
*Avoid questionable subjects.
*Sell yourself.
*If entry level, package your resume to make you look
experienced.
*Do not rely on your own critique of your resume.
*Do not rely on friends or family for an objective review
or suggestions.
*Strive to continuously improve your current resume.
We have seen thousands
of resumes. It is very
rare when one is
exceptional. Anything
less than exceptional is
a disservice to
yourself. It will make
an enormous impact on
your job search and how
many options you have.
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